The California government reports that Governor Brown has declared a State of Emergency and has “directed state officials to take all necessary actions to prepare for water shortages.”

There are many ways to cut down on water consumption, including reducing household use such as taking shorter showers, checking pipes for leaks, turning off water when lathering, etc…

There is another less known solution for saving water that could greatly help with the California water crisis. It is called greywater.

Greywater systems could help fix California’s drought.

Greywater is gently used water from bathrooms, sinks, showers, bathtubs, and washing machines. It does not include water that has come into contact with feces, either from the toilet or from diapers.

Although greywater looks dirty and is not safe to drink, it is a safe and possibly beneficial source of water for irrigation in gardens and backyards. This way, water is recycled for a good purpose instead of just used once and thrown away.

Not only do greywater systems reduce water bills, they can save water dramatically and can help keep local water bodies clean.

If this water was released into rivers, lakes, and other bodies of water, it can cause pollution. Using a greywater system helps keep the water out of the septic system, so it has a less chance of getting into water bodies.

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